3. Policy: Site Lighting Specific to the Transitional and Developing Hillside Treatment Areas
Located mostly above the town, the Transitional Hillside and Developing Hillside Treatment Areas have views of all that goes on below. Conversely, those in the other parts of Telluride can easily see the entire hillside. Any site features added to the hillside stand a chance of being seen and detracting from this view. Lighting is a special concern to those below these treatment areas, where too much or unshielded lights may create nighttime glare.
A. Position lighting to minimize visual impacts as seen from lower viewpoints
1. Buildings located higher on hillsides are more visible at night, which may affect the night character of the community.
2. Use design features such as solid deck railings, two-thirds light doors and roof overhangs, which will block light from the building.
3. Minimize the amount of glass area facing south to the town below.
4. Locate interior light fixtures away from windows.
5. HARC may require interior lighting plans in order to evaluate impacts on the area.